Electricity rates in Washington, IA
Washington (7,408 people, Washington County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Interstate Power and Light Co. pay about 18.29¢/kWh, 29% more than the Iowa average.
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Electric companies serving Washington
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interstate Power and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.29¢ | $135 | 419K | 89 |
| Eastern Iowa Light & Power Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.26¢ | $183 | 20K | 92 |
| Access Energy Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.26¢ | $168 | 8,890 | 83 |
Power outages in Washington County right now
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Outage history in Washington County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 491 | 128 |
| Days with outages | 39 | 34 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,578 (57.5%) | 3,034 (31.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-08 | 2025-03-21 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (491 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Kalona 11.5¢
- Wellman 11.5¢
- Riverside 11.5¢
- Columbus Junction 18.3¢
- Winfield 18.3¢
- Lone Tree 18.3¢
- Maharishi Vedic City 18.3¢
- Mount Pleasant 18.3¢
- Fairfield 18.3¢
- North English 18.3¢
ZIP codes: 52353
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Washington?
Most homes in Washington get power from Interstate Power and Light Co., where residential customers pay an average of 18.29¢/kWh including all charges. The Iowa average is 14.13¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Washington: Eastern Iowa Light & Power Co-op (15.26¢), Access Energy Co-op (15.26¢).
What is the average electric bill in Washington?
About $135 a month, based on 739 kWh a month (the average for Interstate Power and Light Co. customers) at 18.29¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Washington, IA?
3 utilities serve Washington's ZIP codes: Interstate Power and Light Co., Eastern Iowa Light & Power Co-op, Access Energy Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Washington?
In 2025, customers in Washington County averaged 2 hr 8 min without power. Outages hit 34 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-21, when 3,034 customers (31.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.